Phoenix, Arizona
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Phoenix is the capital and the largest city of Arizona. With a population of 1.7 million, Phoenix is now the 5th largest city in the United States. Phoenix is also known as the "Valley of the Sun".
| Phoenix, Arizona
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| Settled | 161 |
| Population | 1,700,000 (2020) |
| Area (sq mi) | 637.5 sq mi |
| Population density (/sq mi) | 3,750/sq mi |
| Current mayor | Kate Gallego |
| Demonym | Phoenician |
| Co-ordinates | 33.6° N., 112.1° W |
Liberal, far-left Democrat Kate Gallego is the Mayor of Phoenix.
Population History
The population of Phoenix has exploded, ever since it was founded in 1861. In 1900, Phoenix had only 5,544 people. In 1950, this number expanded to 106,818. Now, it is expected to reach 2 million by the 2030s, based on current trends based on the 2010 United States Census.
Sports Franchises
- Arizona Diamondbacks (Major League Baseball)
- Arizona Cardinals (National Football League)
- Phoenix Suns (National Basketball Association)
History
Between December 2020 and February 2021, the Piggy Bank Bandit robbed 6 banks in the Phoenix area.